Full Catalog - Wayne State College
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BLOCK 1.....................................................................................................6 HoursUndergraduate Programs 21COMMUNICATION: 6 HoursEffective communication skills are foundational to success in all academic disciplines and, more broadly, toeffective participation in contemporary society. Communication courses provide essential instruction and practicein developing writing, speaking, reading, listening and critical thinking skills.Learning ObjectivesCourse Options• Expand knowledge of the elements of oraland written communicationStudents must take the two listed courses:• Construct and competently deliver oral andwritten messages to diverse individuals andaudiencesCNA 100 Principles of Human Communication (3)ENG 102 Composition Skills (3)• Learn to listen and read critically to understandand evaluate the communication ofothersBLOCK 2.............................................................................Minimum of 11 HoursMATHEMATICS : 3 Hours MinimumThe mathematical sciences provide opportunities to gain understanding and deeper insight of mathematicsand its influences in all aspects of life. Understanding the logic and nature of mathematics, together with itsapplications, provides a stronger foundation for making well-informed judgments and decisions.Learning ObjectivesCourse Options,• Understand mathematics in context, drawingexamples from areas such as mathematicalmodeling, data analysis, quantification of theuncertain and the unknown, and analysis ofthe infiniteStudents must take one of the listed courses:MAT 110 Topics and Ideas in Mathematics (3)MAT 121 <strong>College</strong> Algebra (3)MAT 130 Pre-Calculus (5)• Develop persistence and skill in symbolicmanipulation, exploration, conjecture, generalization,and logical reasoning as applied toproblem solvingMAT140 Calculus I (5)MAT 180 Applied Probability and Statistics (3)MAT 210 Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I (3)• Process, evaluate, and communicate mathematicalconcepts with understanding andclarityWELLNESS:2 Hours MinimumWellness provides opportunities to assess physical fitness, nutrition, and health information with the aim todevelop programs and foster lifestyle changes designed to achieve optimal health and well-being. Because wellnesshas a significant impact on all aspects of life, it is essential to understand its importance and to develop strategies tomaintain wellness throughout the lifespan.Learning ObjectivesCourse Options• Understand the relationship between healthylifestyle choices and prevention of chronicdiseaseStudents must take one of the listed courses:PED 103 Lifestyle Assessment (2)• Competently assess, evaluate, and developpersonalized programs designed to improveand maintain core areas associated with healthand wellnessFCS 207 Nutrition (3)• Access accurate health information andhealth-promoting practices, products, andservices